Executive Assistant to SVP of People

Lap of Love•Lutz, FL

3d•$70,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and thoughtful Executive Assistant to support our Senior Vice President of People. This role may also provide occasional executive support to our CEO and other executive team members. The ideal candidate is an independent self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing remote environment and enjoys bringing order to complexity. They anticipate needs, take initiative, communicate with care, and bring exceptional organization, follow-through, and sound judgment to everything they do. If your background includes Human Resources, Recruiting, Legal, or another people-centered field, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you've worked as a paralegal, HR professional, recruiter, or executive assistant, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our leaders, driving key projects forward, and helping us create an exceptional experience for our team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, Legal/Paralegal, Executive Administration, or a related field, required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite (G-Suite), HRIS, applicant tracking systems, and project management software, highly preferred
Previous experience in paralegal/legal support, compliance, Human Resources, recruiting operations, or executive administration is strongly preferred
Experience coordinating contracts, confidential documents, compliance requirements, or HR-related processes is a plus
Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft professional correspondence, communicate effectively with leaders at all levels, and consistently provide exceptional follow-through
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality, accurate work
Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities with minimal direction
Proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify solutions before challenges become roadblocks
Highly resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
Strong project coordination skills with exceptional follow-through and accountability
Ability to build relationships across departments while exercising professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion
This position is primarily remote but requires a weekly in-office presence to support mail processing, occasional administrative responsibilities, and periodic in-person meetings. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently while remaining flexible to meet the needs of the team
Able to sit for prolonged periods of time of up to 8 hours per day
Able to frequently communicate by telephone and through use of computer technologies, including but not limited to email and video conferencing
Possess manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and the ability to operate a computer, read a computer screen and type on a keyboard for prolonged periods of time of up to 8 hours per day
Able to multitask using multiple computer tabs/platforms while engaging in conversation
Average or above average working knowledge of computers, email, video conferencing technologies, and digital medical records
Able to quickly learn custom software and other programs, such as Zoom, Sunshine, and Google Suite
Average or above average working knowledge of the internet and scheduling and communications applications and software, such as Gmail, Google Calendar, and web-based communication platforms
Access to reliable and secure internet
Maintain confidentiality of all patient, client, and business information
Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite (G-Suite), HRIS, applicant tracking systems, and project management software, highly preferred
Previous experience in paralegal/legal support, compliance, Human Resources, recruiting operations, or executive administration is strongly preferred
Experience coordinating contracts, confidential documents, compliance requirements, or HR-related processes is a plus

Responsibilities

Schedule meetings, coordinate availability, and help prioritize time effectively.
Provide occasional executive administrative and project support to the CEO and other executive team members, as needed.
Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take notes, track action items, and ensure follow-up is completed
Assist with People team projects, initiatives, timelines, employee perks and benefit programs administration, and recurring priorities
Draft, proofread, and organize communications, presentations, documents, and reports.
Coordinate leadership meetings and interdepartmental discussions
Maintain confidential employee, leadership, and company information with the highest level of discretion
Track open items, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple projects and stakeholders.
Support travel planning, expense reporting, vendor coordination, and other administrative needs
Coordinate and track employment offers, employee documents, and other confidential records
Assist with compliance initiatives, audits, policy management, and regulatory documentation
Support recruiting and HR administration, including job board postings, offer documentation, onboarding logistics, and special projects
Serve as a liaison across People, Recruiting, Finance, and Executive Leadership